5. Giant beer pong

6. DIY ring toss

Sure, you can purchase a ring toss for your backyard. But if you like to keep money in your pocket, just create a DIY game instead! This cute idea from Mom Endeavors just requires a few materials, and it’s built to last for years to come.

7. Yard bowling

If your party is chock full of kids, follow this tutorial from Moonfrye for a DIY outdoor bowling set. You can make it work for big kids and adults, too, by using 3-liter bottles and a basketball instead.

8. Balloon squeeze relay

You can use a beach ball or a balloon for this simple relay race. Divide into two teams, and run the relay race with each contestant paired with a teammate to complete a back-to-back sprint, until all contestant pairs have finished.